8 Personality Types: A Deeper Look at Marketers

This article was authored by Hogan Assessments. Recently, we revealed the eight most common personality types found in the Hogan suite of assessments. Last week we took an in-depth look at the first personality type, Rebels. This week we continue our dive into these personality types by closely examining the personality profile of Marketers. Marketers make […]
8 Personality Types: A Deeper Look at Rebels

This article was authored by Hogan Assessments. Last week we revealed the eight most common personality types found in the Hogan suite of assessments. Starting this week, and in the following weeks, we will take a deeper look at these eight profiles. This week we take a deep look at the personality profile of Rebels. Rebels make up […]
Peter Berry on Best Practices in Leadership Assessment

When Peter Berry visited Hogan HQ in Tulsa, Oklahoma, he shared some thoughts about the best practice in leadership assessment and coaching. Read on for a few key highlights. Author: Peter Berry, Managing Director, Peter Berry Consultancy Hello, my name is Peter Berry I’m the Founder and CEO Peter Berry Consultancy in Australia and we’re […]
Personality Assessment and Performance Management

A critical task for leaders is to ensure that their followers are working efficiently toward the organization’s goals. In business, employees whose work is aligned with the organization’s objectives are more productive. So-called “performance management processes” are intended to create alignment between the employee’s work and the organization’s goals. A typical performance management process might […]
Building High Performing Teams – Part 2

Authored by: Dr Lynne Cruickshank, Senior Consultant, PBC Teams play a valuable role in organisations and when seeking to establish a high performing team, one factor that should be taken into consideration is personality. Research recently conducted by PBC found that various aspects of personality were associated with team performance measured by the High Performing Team […]
Building High Performing Teams – Part 1

Authored by: Dr Lynne Cruickshank, Senior Consultant, PBC What does a high performing team look like? Teams play a valuable role in organisations and when seeking to establish a high performing team, one factor that should be taken into consideration is personality. Research recently conducted by PBC found that various aspects of personality were associated […]
Engaging a Multi-Generational Workforce

Author: Lynne Cruickshank, Senior Consultant, Peter Berry Consultancy A clear link has been established between how leadership drives engagement, which in turn drives performance. However, one of the challenges that leaders face is how to engage a multi-generational workforce that consists of people who differ in their perceptions and approach to work. Through developing an […]
Five Marketing Trends in the New Era of Assessment and Why You Shouldn’t Fall for Them

Almost every week I learn about a new psychological assessment company entering the marketplace. Although each company is different, they all tell the same story. First, they tell you that hiring is broken; Personality tests don’t work anymore; Recruiting is out-of-date. Second, they tell you that their company has the answer. Finally, they hit you […]
The Human Factor in Safety Related Behaviour

Authored by: Aleks Pupovac, Consultant, PBC In 2017, an aircraft in Normanton, north of Queensland, Australia was forced to land after both engines failed. Although no significant injuries were recorded, the Australian Transport Safety Bureau found that the incident could have been avoided if the refueller had communicated his error to the pilot before […]
The Dark Side of Leadership: 11 Reasons Leaders Fail

Being awarded a leadership role within an organisation may feel like an amazing accomplishment, but that is only half the battle. The second, and arguably most important half, lies in building and maintaining a highly effective team. However, according to a study conducted on UK workers, managers are failing miserably at this task, and are […]